Black chicken roasted with gold leaf, infused with Dom Perignon and scattered with digested coffee beans and Italian truffle anyone? It’s probably a thing.
Well, this list below actually exists so if you have a hankering to empty your wallet (and credit card) in one meal while you are on your travels, here is your ultimate guide!
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Kopi Luwak
What even is that?
Kopi, the Indonesian word for “coffee”
Luwak, the local name for the Asian Palm Civet
The Asian Palm Civet (a small cat-like animal) digests the coffee cherry before expelling the bean, which farmers collect, wash and roast. Later it’s made into, apparently, the world’s greatest coffee. It’s thought that the natural fermentation process, which occurs within the creature’s stomach, enhances the flavour of the bean.
Ok, where do I find it?
Sumatra, Indonesia, is the world’s largest producer of Kopi Luwak
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive eats?
A take home bag will cost upward of $700 US per kilogram, whilst a cup of freshly brewed Kopi Luwak will set you back between $35 to $80 US.
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The Quintessential Grilled Cheese
What even is that?
The world’s most luxurious sandwich starts off with French Pullman bread that has been infused with Dom Perignon champagne and 24 karat gold flakes.
The bread is then buttered with a white truffle spread and layered with Caciocavallo Podolico (a rare Italian cheese made from the milk of free-range cows who live on a diet of fennel grass and wild strawberries).
Once grilled to perfection, the edges of the sandwich are rolled in edible gold leaf and served alongside lobster bisque with truffle oil and champagne.
Ok, where do I find it?
Serendipity 3, a restaurant in New York City
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive eats?
It will set you back a reasonable $214 US
*The restaurant requires all orders 48 hours in advance
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Frrrozen Haute Chocolate
What even is that?
A selection of the world’s finest cocoas, frozen milk and whipped cream combined to make a slushy-like texture, to which five grams of 24-carat gold is mixed in. The dessert is then garnished with La Madeline au Truffle (flown in from France) and is served with a gold spoon.
Ok, where do I find it?
Serendipity 3 in New York City; the same establishment that brought you the Quintessential Grilled Cheese,
So why not just try both whilst you’re there? Two birds. One stone.
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive drinks?
It costs a cool $25,000 US
I’m not even kidding. Do I buy a new Toyota Corolla or something sweet to finish up my evening meal? #SweetTooth
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White Truffle and Gold Pizza
What even is that?
A pizza topped with truffles that have been flown in from Piedmont (Italy), organic water buffalo mozzarella and 24 karat gold leafing.
Ok, where do I find it?
Margos in Mistra, St Paul’s Bay, Malta
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive eats?
Your wallet will be $2,420 lighter
Perfect for when your mates are around on a Friday night to watch the footy…
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To’ak Chocolate
What even is that?
A chocolate bar made from rare cacao seeds, sourced in Ecuador, that are fermented, turned into liquid chocolate and finally hand moulded (via 36 intricate steps).
A single, hand selected, shelled cacao bean (measuring between 7-8mm) is placed into the centre of the chocolate bar.
The bar is presented in a custom made box with a pair of wooden tongs that are used to eat the treat.
Ok, where do I find it?
Grown and made in Ecuador, check their website for further details. I believe you can place an order online.
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive eats?
A 42 gram bar will cost you $260.
At the rate I polish off chocolate, a block that size would be gone in one mouthful.
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Fleur Burger
What even is that?
A burger made with rich Kobe beef, foie gras and black truffles. Paired with a bottle of 1995 Petrus wine and two Ichendorf Brunello glasses (yours to keep).
Ok, where do I find it?
Fleur by Hubert Keller, Las Vegas
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive eats?
Got a spare $5,000?
I imagine it to be similar to “Create your taste” at McDonalds, no?
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The World’s Most Expensive Bagel
What even is that?
Topped with white truffle cream cheese and goji berry infused Riesling jelly with gold leafing
Ok, where do I find it?
Westin Hotel, New York
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive eats?
$1,000 is the going price (plus tip)
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The Winston Cocktail
What even is that?
Take 60ml of Cognac Croizet 1858 Cuvee Leonie, part Grand Marnier Quintessence, part Chartreuse Viellissement Exceptionellement Prolongé, with just a hint of Angostura Bitters
Ok, where do I find it?
Club 23, Melbourne
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive drinks?
At $14,000 each, you might not consider buying a round…
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Ayam Cermani Chicken
What even is that?
Often referred to as the Lamborghini of poultry, the Ayman Cermani is a breed of chicken born with a dominant gene, causing hyperpigmentation. As a result their feathers: flesh and internal organs appear dark black.
In Asia their meat is believed to have mystical powers, be higher in iron and of benefit to women before and after childbirth.
Ok, where do I find it?
A modern breed of chicken originating in Indonesia, now found in several countries across the world.
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive eats?
Individual chickens can sell for $2,500
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Japanese Wagyu Beef
What even is that?
The most expensive and highly marbled beef in the world comes straight out of Japan.
High levels of intramuscular fat gives the beef a distinct marbled pattern, sought after amongst industry professionals for its melt-in-your-mouth quality.
Ok, where do I find it?
Japan, and in restaurants right across the globe
What makes it one of the world’s most expensive eats?
It can vary depending on where you are, however New York City’s Craftsteak restaurant sells a full Wagyu rib eye for $2,800
What meals have you eaten around the world that cost you a pretty penny? Were they worth it?
None, think of all the homeless u could feed instead